What are the Indications of Atropine (Atro-pen) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
decreases oral and respiratory secretions, treats sinus bradycardia and heart block, treatment of
bronchospasm
What are the Actions of Atropine (Atro-pen) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
Atropine is an anticholinergic which means that it inhibits the effects of the parasympathetic nervous
system, specifically acetylcholine. This inhibition causes increase in HR, bronchodilation, decreased GI
and respiratory secretions.
What is the Therapeutic Class of Atropine (Atro-pen) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
antiarrhythmic
What is the Pharmacologic Class of Atropine (Atro-pen) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
anticholinergic, antimuscarinic
What are the Nursing Considerations of Atropine (Atro-pen) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?
avoid in acute hemorrhage, tachycardia, and angle closure glaucoma
monitor patient for tachycardia and palpitations
may cause urinary retention in elderly patients
patients may experience constipation due to slowed GI motility
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